In November 2017, U.S. boxboard production decreased 0.4%, when compared to November 2016 and decreased 2% from last month.

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U.S. boxboard production decreased 0.4% in November

In November 2017, U.S. boxboard production decreased 0.4%, when compared to November 2016 and decreased 2% from last month, as the American Forest & Paper Association reports.

Unbleached kraft boxboard production increased over the same month a year ago and increased compared to last month. Total solid bleached boxboard & liner production decreased when compared to November 2016 and was flat compared to last month. The production of recycled boxboard decreased compared to November 2016 and decreased when compared to last month.

The American Forest & Paper Association serves to advance a sustainable U.S. pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products manufacturing industry through fact-based public policy and marketplace advocacy.